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RETIREE'S NEWSLETTER [Mar
8/10] Once again it’s time to remind you of the next luncheon which will take place this Thursday, March 11 at the Lawson Road Legion, Highland Creek. Don’t forget to r.s.v.p. - - BARRY at the WHITE house – 416-438-2458, ROY at the FLETCHER residence – 416-261-0661 or simply e-mail me and I will pass your message on to BARRY. Watch the weather folks – it’s still winter out there and anything can happen so please drive carefully. BARRY has requested in honour of Saint Patrick, that we all wear something green. Yes, I suppose a shirt with last week’s dinner spilled on it will constitute. After all, on St. Patrick’s day EVERYONE is Irish and I know some of you have even kissed the Blarney Stone, by the tell tale moss on your faces. Talk about the luck of the Irish - - have you ever bought a non-stick pan and couldn’t get the label off? I am happy to inform you that this month no one has been reported on the infirmed list with the exception of GORD MACBRIDE who has recently undergone kidney surgery to remove a rather large stone. It’s rumoured the stone was so large they are considering having it appraised. We wish him a speedy convalescence. LORNE PHENIX has brought it to my attention and wishes me to share with everyone, a warning about our credit cards. It has been reported that cards left in lockers such as gyms can be risky. How often do we check to make certain the cards are indeed in our names? It is quite easy for someone to switch them for expired ones in other names. Also, when paying for food in restaurants, make certain the card you receive back is your own as it has been reported that cards have also been switched in these places as well. It was reported in a take-out pizza restaurant, while waiting for his card to be verified, a customer noticed the clerk dialing his cell phone and he recognized the “click” sound as well as the chime that indicates a picture has been taken and saved. Obviously, the clerk was taking photos of customers’ credit cards. Even if your card is out of your sight for a few moments, ALWAYS make certain the card that is returned to you is yours, and be aware of those standing near you when using your cards and beware of clerks who may be taking photos of them. As well folks, always check your bank statement and credit card invoices as soon as they arrive in your mail. Play safely kids and remember, you have to get up very early in the morning to out-fox the “bad guys.” Our SNOW BIRDS will soon start making the trek home and we wish them a safe journey. Hope to see as many as possible out on Thursday. Regards, AL HELLO EVERYONE: [Jan 29/10] January’s luncheon proved a great success with a large turnout. The executive surprised the recruits of 50 years ago (1960) with a delicious custard cake. It was announced at the luncheon that PAT and BARRY WHITE were both very ill. I am pleased to report they have successfully combated the Norwalk Virus. The majority of those in attendance voted to make a $500.00 donation to the Canadian Red Cross in favour of the Haiti Relief Fund. Three SFD firefighters will be retiring soon and they are to be honoured at various functions. ED POTHOF #447 is retiring on January 31 after 35 years of service and there will be a party for him on THURSDAY FEBRUARY 4 at Hooters – Whitby (Thickson Road and Dundas Street), starting at 6:00 p.m. I suspect tickets will be available at the door but I do not know the price. DISTRICT CHIEF JOHN BARKER #401 will also be retiring and there is to be a celebration for him (as well as three TFS men), on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 at Jack Astors in Newmarket – 17830 Yonge Street at 7:00 p.m. As well, I suspect tickets will be sold at the door. DISTRICT CHIEF BRUCE MOONLIGHT #418 will be feted on MONDAY FEBRUARY 15 at 4:00 p.m. The venue is the Harpe and Crown in Pickering – 300 Kingston Road and Altona Road. Tickets will be available at the door for $15.00 Just a reminder that a memorial for TOM MCAULEY will be held on SATURDAY FEBRUARY 6 at Melville Presbyterian Church, 70 Old Kingston Road (at Manse), West Hill - - 2:00 p.m. The next luncheon will be held on THURSDAY FEBRUARY 11 At the Lawson Road Legion, Highland Creek. Will remind you again when it becomes closer to the date. Best regards, Al Jan 10/2010 HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE ! Hope everyone had a great Christmas and are not nursing colds and flu as PAT and BARRY WHITE are currently doing. When the ball dropped, do you think they may have toasted each other with Neo-Citran? Our executive have decided to dedicate the first luncheon of the new year, next Thursday January 14 to all members celebrating the 50th anniversary of their inception into the Scarborough Fire Department. Our records show 59 men joined SFD in 1960 and we hope to get as many as possible to come out and enjoy a few hours of reminiscing “the old days.” Fifty years is a long time kids and our memories may not be what they used to, so just in case, it might be a good idea to bring along a pair of hip waders. It could become quite deep at times. We are still at the Highland Creek Legion, Lawson Road and the fun begins when the sun reaches the yard arm, or whenever you arrive, whichever comes first. Most members start arriving around 11:30 a.m. If you haven’t yet visited JOHN VONK with your membership remittance for 2010, this will be a great opportunity to do so. PLEASE don’t forget to r.s.v.p. so the ladies will know how much food to prepare. As usual, you may call BARRY at the WHITE HOUSE – 416-438-2458, ROY at THE FLETCHER RESIDENCE – 416-261-0661 or you may simply e-mail me and I will pass your message on. Please r.s.v.p. before Tuesday, January 12. A little birdie told me it was BILL WRETHAM’S birthday on January 4, but not to worry, I shot the little bugger before he could spread it around. Happy birthday BILL! Good news folks; the rabbit died and this means PAT and GLEN CARTER will be first time grandparents in May. Congratulations kids! Welcome to this wonderful club. We know you’re going to absolutely love it. While we’re on the subject of grandchildren - - we here at the Adams Hilton welcomed another grandson into the family on December 28. Little Landon James weighed in at 7 lbs. 11 oz. and his Mommy, Daddy and 3 year old brother, Grayden are absolutely delighted. On the other hand, we are still peeling Grandma from the ceiling. Hope everyone is managing to stay away from all the flu “bugs” flying around out there. Remember, it’s still winter, so watch the weather and be careful driving. Hope to see as many as possible next Thursday. Best regards, Al Below is a list those who are or would have been celebrating 50 years since their inception into the SFD.
November 26/09 HELLO EVERYONE: It appears that the mystery of the SFD hat badge found in a Markham plaza has been solved. A member of the colour guard from the Highland Creek Legion who found it in the parking lot gave it to Barry White, who is also a member of the colour guard. Al Jenkins’ daughter, Cathy read our last e-mail notice with regard to this badge and contacted Barry. Apparently, Al gave his badge to Cathy before he passed away, hoping it would bring her good luck. Thieves broke into her car in the parking lot and stole her purse with the badge inside and dumped the contents on the ground. It indeed did bring her good luck, having been found by someone who had contact with SFD (Barry). ERIC COTTER has requested we inform the members of a retirement party planned for BRUCE BURNETT to be held on December 1, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Knights Bar and Grill, 605 Kingston Road, Pickering. Tickets are $10.00 and can be purchased at the door or by contacting Eric on 'A' Platoon at Station #231 (old Hall 7) or telephone: 416-338-9023. I was chatting with Tom McAuley this morning he has informed me that he is not a candidate for an experimental drug to combat his cancer but he will be consulting with a doctor at Scarborough Centenary next Tuesday to discuss treatment of Chemotherapy. Tom said several members have called him and he was pleased to chat with them. If you prefer, he can be contacted through his e-mail address: tlmcc@bell.net . He is still not up to receiving visitors. Lois and Tom, we will all keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Don’t forget the next luncheon will be Thursday, December 10 at the Highland Creek Legion - - 11:30 ish. If you are experiencing flu or cold symptoms, please stay tucked in to avoid spreading it to others. We are nearing the end of the year and in order to keep our Treasurer, John Vonk happy, please bring along $10.00 for next year’s membership fees. Hope to see a large turnout, driving the 50-50 draw sky high. Who knows, perhaps we’ll be served cranberry sauce with our meat pie this time. In order to have enough food, PLEASE r.s.v.p. to Barry at the White House: 416-438-2458 or you could e-mail me and I will pass your message on to Barry. Play safely kids. See you on the 10th Best regards, Al November 19/09 HELLO EVERYONE! Hopefully, I have finally fully recovered from a total computer crash. Not to worry folks as this was confirmed by the experts that it was not a result of any viruses I may have passed on to you, but rather some sort of corruption in my windows system. The damned thing most likely thought it was a politician. A great big thank you to Bill Wretham for all his help in communicating with you during this stressful time for us. November 12th’s luncheon was a great success with 36 in attendance. Holly, the guest speaker from MROO offered a lot of great advice for the members. You won’t want to miss December’s (10th) luncheon as well. I will give you another reminder as the time gets closer. Bill Wretham has brought to our attention to be forwarded to the members, the death of Ed Crouch who started with SFD in April 1954 and left in May 1966. He was 78 years old and the retired Town of Whitby Fire Chief, as well as inventor of the Hockey Neck Guard. Ed died on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 and was the husband of Kathy and loving father of Ted – Karin Crouch, Lynne Sevink, Bucky – Martha Crouch, Kim – Louise Crouch and Jaime Crouch. A private family service will be held. We were greatly saddened to learn that Tom McAuley is currently battling a diagnosis of stomach cancer and is awaiting results of a biopsy to determine if he is eligible as a candidate for an experimental drug that has shown great results in the treatment of breast cancer and it is hopeful it will also help treat Tom. I was speaking with him on Saturday (Nov. 14) and he has requested NO VISITORS at this time but will accept telephone calls, when up to it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Lois and Tom! Bob Sale has found an SFD hat badge (old one) at a plaza in Markham, so if anyone has lost this could you please contact BARRY at the WHITE HOUSE - - 416-438-2458- - Don’t call Bob since he only accepts smoke signals and as well, since there was no one attached to the badge, we cannot yet determine the owner of it. Take Care! Best regards, Al
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